Britain on the Cheap

Yes, summer 2012 means Olympics in London, but for loyal royalists, it’s all about the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee weekend June 2-4, 2012, marking Elizabeth II’s 60 years on the throne. VisitLondon has a new contest to win a five-night trip to help the sovereign celebrate. The winner will spend a night under the stars at [...]

If you’re lucky enough to be in London for the Royal Wedding and you just happen to be named Kate or Will, the city’s opening its doors to you. The Botanist on Sloane Square and The Cadogan Arms on King’s Road, both regular haunts of today’s young royals, are rewarding the first Kate and William [...]

Save 10% with the Big Three London package at VisitBritain. The trio of admissions is for the biggest London attractions: the London Eye, Tower of London and the Original London Sightseeing Tour. $86 per adult.

Travel plans still disrupted by volcano ash? Merlin Entertainments is offering half-price admission to any of its 22 UK attractions for any visitors delayed in London or anyone who has missed his holiday because of the recent air travel restrictions. The offer is good through May 14, at such attractions as Madame Tussauds, Merlin Entertainments [...]

Calling all eagle eyes! Spot 10 Easter eggs hidden around the London Eye–plus a cheeky chick who can only be spotted from the Eye—and you may win one of 10 prizes, including a Merlin Entertainments Annual Family Pass for four worth $1,199/£800 and a selection of Green & Blacks chocolate treats. Download an activity sheet [...]

Romance and savings—what’s not to love? Save 10% when you book online for any of the special Valentine’s Day packages at the London Eye. Red Rose Flights, 6 p.m. -10 p.m. Feb 14, include a red rose and chocolates per couple, $38/£22.50 in advance, $40/£24 on the day; $21/£11.75 per child in advance, $21/£12 on [...]